The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Silver Spring

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

THE ALLIANCE FOR A STRONGER FDA ENGAGES IN EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES TO INFORM THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE RESOURCE NEEDS OF THE FDA AND ADVOCATES FOR INCREASED APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FDA TO ENSURE THAT THE AGENCY HAS SUFFICIENT RESOURCES TO FULFILL ITS MISSION.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are a worldwide group which constitutes a continuation through descent or conversion of the ancient Jewish people; who practice Judaism, a religion that is characterized by a belief in one God and in the mission of Jews to teach the oneness of God as revealed in the Hebrew scriptures. Organizations making reference to Lubavitch, Chabad, Yeshiva, and Torah should also be classified here, but not necessarily those mentioning Israel, Hebrew, and Shalom.

MISSION:

AFRITHRIVE, INC; PROVIDES MOBILE FOOD PANTRY AND SKILLED TRAINING PROGRAMS. IT STRIVES TO BUILD VIBRANT AND THRIVING AFRICAN IMMIGRANT AND MINORITY FAMILIES THROUGH ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS, CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE FOOD, SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE INFORMATION PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS PERSONAL GROWTH USING APPLICATION OF UNIVERSAL SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLES

MISSION:

PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ENRICHMENT FOR YOUTH, FOCUSING ON STUDENTS OF COLOR FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES. PROVIDE EARLY COLLEGE AWARENESS AND PREPARATION PROGRAMS.HELP STUDENTS THRIVE AND PURSUE THEIR GOALS FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONS, CREDENTIALS AND CAREERS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

MISSION:

TO NURTURE WOMEN WITH UNPLANNED PREGNANCY CRISES AND HELP THEM BUILD A POSITIVE FUTURE FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR CHILDREN.

MISSION:

SUPPORT CONSERVATION OF THE GOLDEN LION TAMARIN, AN ENDANGERED MONKEY NATIVE TO THE ATLANTIC FOREST OF THE STATE OF RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL, INCLUDING: FIELD MONITORING, HABITAT RESTORATION AND PROTECTION, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, STRATEGIC PLANNING AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING FOR ASSOCIACAO MICO LEAO DOURADO, A BRAZILIAN NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO CONSERVATION OF THE SPECIES.

MISSION:

MANAGEMENT OF HOME ASSOCIATION AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

PROVIDE LIVING EXPENSES AND EDUCATIONAL EXPENSES FOR THOSE IN NEED.

MISSION:

THE ANALYSIS NEWS INC IS A NON PROFIT CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARTIABLE PURPOSES TO PROVIDE INDEPENDENT, NON-PARTISAN NEWS, NEWS ANALYSIS, INVESTIGATION AND ACADEMIC HISTORICAL INQUIRY, IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST.

MISSION:

CAREERCATCHERS' MISSION IS TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALIZED EMPLOYMENT AND JOB SKILLS COUNSELING: TO ENSURE STABLE EMPLOYMENT AND UPWARD MOBILITY; TO IDENTIFY AND ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN WORK SKILLS AND TRAINING PROGRAMS; TO ENHANCE SELF-ESTEEM AND FOSTER EMPOWERMENT.

MISSION:

TO SUSTAIN A ROBUST NEIGHBORS-HELPING-NEIGHBORS NETWORK THAT SUPPORTS OLDER ADULTS WHO WISH TO LIVE AS INDEPENDENTLY AS POSSIBLE AND BE FULLY ENGAGED IN THEIR COMMUNITY AS THEY AGE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate separately incorporated postsecondary educational institutions provide opportunities for people who have completed their undergraduate education to receive advanced, postgraduate training in a professional field leading to a masters degree or doctorate.

MISSION:

CHEER'S MISSION IS TO GIVE LONG BRANCH AND TAKOMA PARK RESIDENTS THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY TO CREATE HEALTHY THRIVING COMMUNITIES BY FACILITATING COLLECTIVE ACTIONS TO ACHIEVE COMMUNITY DEFINED GOALS AND PROMOTING HEALTH AND WELL BEING, ESPECIALLY IN UNDER SERVED AND POORLY REPRESENTED NEIGHBORHOODS. CHEER TAKES A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ADDRESSING THE MOST IMPORTANT SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH, SUCH AS ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD AND MEDICAL CARE, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.

MISSION:

PROVIDE SWIMMING AND OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES TO MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.